Folding Top Hydraulic System Bleeding Procedure

Folding Top Hydraulic System Bleeding Procedure

Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning (Eye Protection Warning).


Note: When servicing the hydraulic system do not allow the fluid level to drop below the minimum indicator line on the reservoir, or pump damage may occur.

Inspect the hydraulic fluid level with the vehicle parked on a level surface, the folding top in the up position, and the rear compartment open.

The hydraulic system is self-bleeding and does not require any type of conventional bleeding procedures.

1. Inspect the fluid level and add fluid as necessary. Refer to Folding Top Fluid Addition (Service and Repair).
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Cycle the folding top under power through one complete cycle in both directions.
4. Inspect the fluid level again and add more fluid as necessary. Refer to Folding Top Fluid Addition (Service and Repair).
5. Cycle the folding top under power through 5 complete cycles in both directions. Allow 5 minutes between each cycle.
6. Inspect the folding top for proper operation. Refer to Power Folding Top Description and Operation (Power Folding Top Description and Operation).